S 2184
An Act designating Diwali Day as a state holiday
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to designate Diwali Day as a state holiday in Massachusetts. Diwali is a festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains to honor the triumph of good over evil. The bill aims to recognize and celebrate this important cultural and religious holiday within the state.
Key provisions
- Designates Diwali Day as a state holiday.
- The holiday would be observed throughout the Commonwealth.
- It is intended to honor the cultural and religious significance of Diwali.
Who is affected
- Hindu community
- Sikh community
- Jain community
- Massachusetts residents
- State government
Notable changes
- Currently, Massachusetts does not have a specific holiday for Diwali.
- This bill would create a new state-recognized holiday.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
David K. Muradian Jr.
Edward R. Philips
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Bill S.2184 194th (Current)
An Act designating Diwali Day as a state holiday
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2184) of Michael O. Moore, Hannah Kane, Edward R. Philips, Francisco E. Paulino and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish Diwali Day in the commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2184
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
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